Cross Stitch Alphabets

14 Beautiful Designs Inspired by the Natural World

Hélène Le Berre

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Search Press Ltd
09 May 2022

Embroidery crafts

Accomplished cross stitch designer Hélène Le Berre brings you 14 stunningly beautiful alphabets to embroider.

All of the alphabet designs are inspired by natural themes, including birds, animals and flowers. There are comprehensive instructions and stitch charts for each one, plus ideas are provided on how to use the motifs to decorate projects such as a make-up bag, an apron and a tote bag. All of the essential techniques are given at the back of the book, making this delightful collection of embroidered motifs a must-have for beginners as well as more experienced stitchers.

By: Hélène Le Berre
Imprint: Search Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 280mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 426g
ISBN: 9781782219651
ISBN 10: 178221965X
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 09 May 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The embroideries 8 Animals: Light as a feather 10, All cats are grey in the dark 12, Centipede 14, A to Z notebook 16, Minute papillon! 20, Chatty as a magpie 22, ‘Rêves’ cushion 26 Plants: Touch me who dares 28, Grow like a mushroom 30, Carrot top 32, ‘Initials’ apron 36, Catch a falling leaf 38, Under the sun 40 Floral: Bells of May 44, Fresh as a daisy 48, ‘Say yes’ tote bag 52, Sakura 54, ‘Toute belle’ make-up bag 56, Blue flower 58 Charts 60, Techniques & making up 86, Stitches 88, Getting started 89, Equipment 90, Classic fabrics 90, Instructions for making up 92, Acknowledgements 96

Hélène Le Berre is a talented designer who graduated from the Duperré School of Applied Arts. She has been creating her lovely embroidered designs since 2007. She loves to play with bright colours, joyful and delicate patterns and to tell a little heartwarming story through her work. Her favourite embroidery themes are flowers and stories for children. Follow Hélène on Instagram @helene.leberre

Reviews for Cross Stitch Alphabets: 14 Beautiful Designs Inspired by the Natural World

These 14 lovely alphabet designs to embroider are inspired by natural themes including birds, animals and flowers. All the essential techniques are given and this 'must-have' book is for beginners and intermediate levels. * Machine Knitting Monthly, September 2023 * This gorgeous title features 14 fantastic alphabet designs to embroider. Inspired by all things natural, Cross Stitch Alphabets is ideal for novices as well as more experienced stitchers. It is complete with an array of delicate motifs, including incredibly birds, amazing animals and fantastic flowers. You will learn how to decorate make-up bags, a trendy apron and a striking tote bag, too. * Sew Magazine *